Introduction Namisu is a UK based pen manufacturer, and they design pens with minimalistic aesthetics. The Namisu Ixion was their fifth Kickstarter Project, launched in June 2017. There were a choice of three materials for the pen- aluminium, brass and titanium, in increasing order of prices. The pens feature #6 Bock nibs, and by default, they come with a steel nib. Titanium and gold nibs come as add-ons. The filling system is cartridge converter, and it is of the standard international variant. This pen features a faceted, clipless cap, and a cylindrical barrel. I opted for the Blue Aluminium version, with stainless steel finials and grips, alongside with an Extra Fine steel nib. Originally slated for delivery in October 2017, the project was met with many delays, much to the annoyance of many backers. It was only on 3rd March 2018 that I took delivery of my pen, making the wait almost 8 months long. Unpacking the order, the picture below shows the items that I have received- the pen itself, alongside with an additional Extra Fine steel nib (that I intend to use on other pens), as well as a Schmidt K5 converter. The pen by default, does not […]
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